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TX-48AS640B
TX-55AS640B
e HELP
English
my Home Screen
my Home Screen
Information11
How to use
12
Settings13
OSD Colour15
APPS List
Information16
How to use
17
Settings18
Watching
Basic
Basic connection
19
Selecting channel
21
Information banner22
Option Menu25
Subtitle27
Last view
27
Off Timer28
Energy saving functions
28
Adjusting time
30
Language30
External equipment
External connection
32
35
37
HDMI features
39
Terminal information
41
42
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Aspect44
Aspect Control Signal
45
Basic settings
47
48
Advanced Settings49
Option Settings52
Screen Settings54
Copy Adjustment55
56
Basic settings
57
Volume settings
59
62
TV Guide
Using TV Guide
64
Teletext
Digital text service
67
Viewing Teletext
68
Teletext mode
69
3D
Note71
3D Eyewear - Functions
72
3D Eyewear - Registration
74
75
Viewing 3D
76
3D Mode Selection77
3D Settings78
Source image format
80
81
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Favourites Edit81
Channel List83
Auto Setup84
Channel Sorting by Region
84
Manual Tuning85
Update Channel List86
New Channel Message86
Signal Condition86
Media Player
Using Media Player
Information87
Selecting device / mode
89
Network device
91
Photo mode
Selecting file
92
Viewing photo
93
Sorting photos
93
Using Slideshow
94
Video mode
Selecting file
98
Watching video
99
Video Setup100
Audio output settings
101
Music mode
Selecting file
102
Playing music
102
Music Setup103
Technical information
Device handling caution
104
USB devices
104
Photo format
105
Video format
106
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Music format
109
Network
Internet content
Information110
Selecting internet content
111
Note112
DLNA
Information113
Using DLNA
116
Network connections
Internet connection
117
DLNA connection
118
Note120
Network settings
Network Connection121
Custom - Wireless122
Custom - Wired125
Custom - Wireless Access Point126
Network Status127
my Home Cloud Settings127
VIERA Name127
TV Remote App Settings128
Network Link Settings129
File Sharing Settings130
Software Update130
New Software Message130
Photos
Selecting file
131
Viewing photo
132
Using Slideshow
132
Videos
Selecting file
134
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Watching video
135
Video Setup137
Audio output settings
138
Music
Selecting file
139
Playing music
140
Music Setup140
DIGA Recorder
Controlling DIGA Recorder
141
Technical information
Photo format
142
Video format
142
Music format
145
Functions
User profile
Information146
Settings146
my Stream148
Voice Control
Preparations149
How to use
150
151
Settings152
153
Preparations157
Easy playback
157
Power on Link158
Power off Link158
Standby Power Save158
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Child Lock
Using Child Lock
162
PIN number
163
Parental Rating163
Common Interface
Caution164
Using Common Interface
165
Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition166
167
Manual update
168
Setting characters
Using Numeric buttons
169
Bluetooth devices
Bluetooth Setup170
Keyboard
Keyboard172
Settings
Setting menu
How to use
173
Picture
Viewing Mode175
Basic settings
175
Ambient Sensor176
Noise reduction settings
176
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Advanced Settings176
Option Settings177
Screen Settings178
3D Settings179
Copy Adjustment180
Reset to Defaults180
Sound
Mode181
Basic settings
181
Volume settings
182
185
Reset to Defaults186
Network
Network Connection187
Network Status187
my Home Cloud Settings187
VIERA Name187
TV Remote App Settings187
Network Link Settings187
File Sharing Settings187
Other settings
188
Timer
Off Timer189
Time Zone189
Auto Standby189
No signal Power off189
Setup
Eco Navigation190
Voice Control Settings190
User Settings190
TV Guide Settings190
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Support
FAQs
Picture198
Digital TV
200
Analogue TV
201
Sound202
3D203
HDMI204
Network205
Other206
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning
208
Information
Using Help menu
209
Optional accessories
3D Eyewear210
Communication Camera210
Wall-hanging bracket210
Licence
Licence212
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OK
Menu
The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
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my Home Screen
my Home Screen
Information
my Home Screen is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more.
It provides easy access to special features such as Media Player, videos,
games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example).
HOME
OK
OK
HOME
Home Screen
Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.)
Home Screen Selection
Your preferred Home Screen can be selected.
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How to use
Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV,
internet content, data services, communication tools, etc.
1. Display Home Screen with HOME.
(Example)
The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on.
To watch full-screen TV
1) Select the TV viewer with
(Example)
2) Press OK to watch.
(Example)
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Settings
Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen.
(Example)
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Say my Home Screen into the microphone of the Touch Pad Controller to
use this function.
To use this function, you need to set up a user profile and register face /
voice data, preferred Home Screen, etc.
Functions > User profile > Settings
Settings
You can customise any Home Screen. (For example, changing the wallpaper,
renaming freely, editing applications, setting the screen launched when the
TV is turned on, etc.)
1. Select Settings from the tool guide.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Search
You can search the content from various features.
1. Select Search from the tool guide.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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OSD Colour
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour with
to access.
3. Set with
and press OK
OSD Colour
(Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige)
Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays.
This function is available for the information banner, menu screen, Home
Screen, etc.
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APPS List
Information
Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.)
can be accessed easily from APPS List.
APPS List
(Example)
= Note =
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How to use
You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents,
Media Player, etc. from APPS List.
1. Display APPS List with APPS.
(Example)
Internet contents
Network > Internet content
my Stream
Media Player
Media Player > Using Media Player > Selecting device / mode
Media Server
Network > DLNA > Using DLNA
VIERA Link
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control
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Settings
You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.).
1. Display APPS List with APPS.
2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with
to access.
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and press OK
Watching
Basic
Basic connection
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before
attaching or disconnecting any cables.
Aerial
Terrestrial terminal
RF cable
Terrestrial aerial
Terrestrial terminal
RF cable
DVD Recorder / VCR
Terrestrial aerial
AV1 (SCART) terminal
SCART cable
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HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
Satellite receiver
Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial
AV1 (SCART) terminal
SCART cable
RF cable / SCART cable
Terrestrial terminal
RF cable
DVD Recorder / VCR
= Note =
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
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Selecting channel
1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV.
if it is not displayed.
and press OK to
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and
To watch pay-TV
Information banner
Display information banner with
) / TV mode (
Programme
Start time / End time (except Analogue)
Channel position, etc. (Analogue)
Progress time indicator of the selected programme (except Analogue)
All DVB Channels / All Analogue Channels / Favourites
Press
Current time
Features available / message meanings
Bad signal:
Poor quality TV signal
Dolby D+, Dolby D, HE-AAC:
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or HE-AAC audio track
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AD:
Audio Description service available
Also in
UK only
STTL:
Subtitle service available
TEXT:
Text service available
Multi Audio:
Multiple audio available
Stereo, Mono, NICAM:
Audio mode
1 90:
Off Timer remaining time
Watching > Basic > Off Timer
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and press
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Option Menu
Confirm or change the current status.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select one of the following items with
The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you
select.
3. Set with
Audio Type
Set to Audio Description if the programme has Audio Description service,
then you will hear an additional audio track to describe events on screen (if
available).
For DVB
Multi Audio
Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if
available).
This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once
you exit the current programme.
For DVB
Monaural Audio
Selects stereo / monaural (if available).
This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once
you exit the current programme.
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Subtitle Language
Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available).
This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once
you exit the current programme.
Ireland only
Teletext Language
Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available).
NICAM
Switches NICAM sound (if available).
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
For Analogue
Volume Correction
Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
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Subtitle
DVB
Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL.
Ireland only
Analogue
Display subtitles with STTL.
= Note =
Last view
Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LASTVIEW.
= Note =
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Off Timer
Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Off Timer with
90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes)
When the remaining time is less than 3 minutes, the remaining time will
flash on the screen.
Auto Standby
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Auto Standby with
3. Select On / Off with
Auto Standby
(On / Off)
Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no
operation is performed for 4 hours.
The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby
mode.
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The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby
mode.
Eco Navigation
Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to
Eco to set them to the energy-saving settings at once.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Eco Navigation with
3. Select Set to Eco with
Auto Standby and No signal Power off are active when Eco Navigation is
set to Set to Eco.
Radio Mode
Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is
selected.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Radio Mode with
to access.
3. Select the time with
and press OK
20 / 15 / 10 / 5 / Off (seconds)
The sound is active even if the screen turns off. This function is effective in
reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel.
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Adjusting time
Adjusts the time data.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Timer > Time Zone with
3. Set with
Ireland only
Language
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Language with
UK only
Preferred Audio 1 / 2
Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio
(depending on the broadcaster).
Ireland only
Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2
Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles
(depending on the broadcaster).
Ireland only
To display subtitles
Watching > Basic > Subtitle
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Preferred Subtitles
(English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish)
Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the
broadcaster).
To display subtitles
Watching > Basic > Subtitle
UK only
Preferred Teletext
Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending
on the broadcaster).
Ireland only
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External equipment
External connection
These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to
various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions
for each piece of equipment.
Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
HDMI equipment
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
= Note =
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AV devices
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USB devices
USB port
USB cable
Communication Camera
= Note =
You cannot use two or more of the same kind of USB devices
simultaneously except USB Flash Memory.
Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV.
DIGITAL AUDIO
Optical digital audio cable
Amplifier with speaker system
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Headphones
Headphone jack
M3 stereo mini plug
Headphones
You can also select the input pressing AV. Press repeatedly until the
desired input is selected.
You can label or skip each input mode. Skipped inputs will not be
displayed when AV is pressed. (Input Labels)
To return to TV mode
TV
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= Note =
For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
Input Labels
Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to
skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection
or banner.
Watching > Basic > Information banner
and press OK
To name each input mode freely, select User input and set characters
(maximum 10 characters).
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and
Screen display
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:
Pause / Resume
Press and hold to play at slow speed (DVD)
:
Start recording (DVD Recorder / VCR)
3. Press
to change.
= Note =
Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
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HDMI features
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the worlds first complete digital
consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality
sound by connecting the TV and the equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a
DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI
terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Watching > External equipment > External connection
Content Type
3D
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DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal
via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable,
connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV2 audio terminals).
Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
= Note =
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Terminal information
1 :
2 :
3 :
4 :
5 :
6 :
7 :
8 :
9 :
10:
11 :
12:
13:
14:
15:
16:
17:
18:
19:
20:
21:
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-Red earth
Earth
Red in
Status RGB
CVBS earth
RGB status earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS in (video)
Socket Earth
HDMI terminal
1 : TMDS Data2+
3 : TMDS Data2
13: CEC
4 : TMDS Data1+
14: Utility
15: SCL
6 : TMDS Data1
16: SDA
7 : TMDS Data0+
9 : TMDS Data0
COMPONENT, HDMI
Signal name
COMPONENT
HDMI
The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
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Viewing Mode
(Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom)
Selects your favourite picture mode for each input.
Dynamic:
Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.
Normal:
Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition.
Cinema:
Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction
for watching movies in a darkened room.
True Cinema:
Reproduces the original image quality precisely without any revision.
Custom:
Adjusts each menu item manually to suit your favourite picture quality.
In each Viewing Mode, Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint,
Sharpness, Colour Temperature, Vivid Colour, Adaptive Backlight Control,
Ambient Sensor, Noise Reduction, MPEG Remaster, Intelligent Frame
Creation and 24p Smooth Film can be adjusted and stored.
When in Cinema, True Cinema or Custom, Advanced Settings can be
adjusted additionally. The settings in True Cinema or Custom can be stored
for each input.
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Ambient Sensor
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor with
3. Select On / Off with
Ambient Sensor
(On / Off)
Aspect
Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT.
Auto:
The best ratio is selected automatically according to the Aspect Control
Signal.
Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal
16:9:
Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
14:9:
Displays the image at the standard 14:9 without distortion.
Just:
Displays a 4:3 image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left
and right edges.
4:3:
Displays the image at the standard 4:3 without distortion.
Zoom:
Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion.
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4:3 Full:
Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen.
Sidecut Just:
Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is
only noticeable at the left and right edges.
Sidecut Zoom:
Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion.
= Note =
Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function
completely.
Available conditions
Terrestrial terminal (WSS only)
Valid input signal format:
DVB
PAL I
Invalid input signal format:
PAL 525/60 6.0 MHz
M.NTSC 6.0 MHz
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HDMI terminal
Valid input signal format:
525 (480) / 60i, 60p
625 (576) / 50i, 50p
750 (720) / 60p, 50p
1125 (1080) / 60i, 50i
1125 (1080) / 60p, 50p, 24p
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Basic settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture with
Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when
Game Mode is set to On
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This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of
Intelligent Frame Creation.
Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when
Game Mode is set to On
and press
Noise Reduction
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Reduces unwanted picture noise.
MPEG Remaster
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
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Advanced Settings
You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode
is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema or
Custom can be stored for each input.
Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode
/
/
Contrast Control
Contrast Control
(Auto / Custom / Off)
Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set
Contrast Control Setting manually.
Contrast Control Setting
Adaptive Gamma Control:
Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter.
Black Expander:
Gradually adjusts the shades of black.
Clear White Effect:
Makes the white area clearer.
Reset to Defaults:
Resets items of Contrast Control Setting.
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White Balance
R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain
Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-Cutoff
Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas.
More Detailed Adjustment
Adjusts more detailed items of White Balance.
Input Signal Level:
Adjusts the input signal level.
R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain:
Adjusts the detailed white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
Reset to Defaults:
Resets items of More Detailed Adjustment.
Reset to Defaults
Resets White Balance to the default settings.
Colour Management
R-Hue / R-Saturation / R-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas.
G-Hue / G-Saturation / G-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas.
B-Hue / B-Saturation / B-Luminance
Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas.
More Detailed Adjustment
Adjusts more detailed items of Colour Management.
Y-Hue / C-Hue / M-Hue:
Adjusts the picture hue of yellow / cyan / magenta areas.
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Gamma
Gamma
Switches the gamma curve.
Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment.
Reset to Defaults
Reset to Defaults
Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings.
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Option Settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Option Settings with
Game Mode / Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pure Direct / HDMI Content
Type / HDMI RGB Range / 3D-COMB
4. Set with
Game Mode
(On / Off)
Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games.
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To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto
Detail Setting.
3D-COMB
(On / Off)
Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid.
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Screen Settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Screen Settings with
16:9 Overscan
(On / Off)
Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect.
On:
Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image.
Off:
Displays the image in the original size.
H-Size
(H-Size1 / H-Size2)
Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the
image.
Zoom Adjustments
Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just,
Zoom or Sidecut Zoom.
Screen Display
(On / Off)
Turns the screen off when you select Off.
Press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) to turn the screen on.
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Copy Adjustment
Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of another
input or another Viewing Mode.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode /
Destination Input with
/
and press OK to access.
3. Select the destination to copy to with
4. Select Copy Start with
and
= Note =
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Mode
(Standard / Music / Ambience / User)
Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
Standard:
Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
Music:
Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc.
Ambience:
Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds.
User:
Adjusts the sounds manually using the equaliser to suit your favourite
sound quality.
In each mode, Bass, Treble, Surround and Bass Boost can be adjusted
and stored.
For the User mode, Equaliser will be available in the Sound Menu instead
of Bass and Treble. Select Equaliser and adjust the frequency.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
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Basic settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound with
Bass
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
Treble
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output.
Equaliser
Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of the lower frequency. To
enhance the treble sound, raise the level of the higher frequency.
To reset the levels of each frequency to the default settings, select Reset
/
and press OK.
to Defaults with
Balance
Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers.
Surround
(Virtual Surround / Off)
Selects surround sound settings.
Virtual Surround:
Provides a dynamic enhancer of width and depth to simulate improved
spatial effects.
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Bass Boost
(On / Off)
Enhances the effect of bass sounds.
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Volume settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound with
Speaker Setting
(TV Speaker / Headphones / Off)
Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to Off when using the external
speakers.
Headphone Volume
Adjusts the volume of headphones.
Auto Gain Control
(On / Off)
Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and
inputs.
Volume Correction
Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
Speaker Distance to Wall
(Up to 30cm / Over 30cm)
Compensates for the low frequency sound due to the distance between the
speakers and the wall.
If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, Up to 30cm is
recommended.
If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, Over 30cm is
recommended.
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and press OK to
Voice Guidance
(On / Off)
Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen
messages, etc.) for visually impaired users.
Speed
(Fast / Normal / Slow)
Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance.
Volume
(Max / Mid / Min)
Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
User Level
(Beginner / Expert)
Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance.
Web Browser
(On / Off)
Set to On to enable voice guidance of the network contents in web browser
function.
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Audio Description
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound > Audio Description with
3. Select one of the following items with
/
/
For DVB
Volume
Adjusts the volume for Audio Description.
For DVB
Speakers
(Mix / Standard)
Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers.
For DVB
Headphones
(Mix / Standard)
Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from headphones.
For DVB
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Advanced settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Sound with
NICAM
(On / Off)
Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex
Reproduces NICAM stereo sound.
For Analogue
Audio Preference
(Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG)
Selects the initial setting for audio tracks.
Multichannel:
The priority is given to multi-channel audio track.
Stereo:
The priority is given to stereo (2ch) audio track.
MPEG:
The priority is given to MPEG.
For digital
Ireland only
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SPDIF Selection
(Auto / PCM)
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO
and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
SPDIF Delay
Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2
(ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image.
For digital
Ireland only
HDMI Input
(Digital / Analogue)
Selects to fit the input signal.
Watching > External equipment > HDMI features
Digital:
When sound is carried via the HDMI cable connection
Analogue:
When sound is not carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection
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TV Guide
Using TV Guide
TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing
of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over
the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).
1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV.
2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE.
and
Normal:
Default TV Guide screen
Full:
Displays channels and programmes full-screen without the operation
guide
Info:
Displays details of the selected programme at the bottom without the
operation guide
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TV screen
Date
Time
Programme
D (DVB) / A (Analogue)
Channel position and name
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(yellow).
4) Press
All the programme titles including the word you set will be listed.
Searching without any characters will list all programmes including
current programmes.
(blue).
to view.
To exit TV Guide
EXIT
= Note =
When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for
more than a week, it may take some time before TV Guide is completely
shown.
DVB and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen.
D means DVB channel and A means Analogue channel. There will be no
programme listings for Analogue channels.
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Teletext
Digital text service
Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext.
When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain
graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the
broadcaster.
1. Select DVB with TV.
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Viewing Teletext
1. Switch to teletext with TEXT.
Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen.
or
To adjust contrast
1) Press MENU twice to display Contrast.
2) Adjust with
To exit teletext
EXIT
(red).
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(blue).
(blue).
).
Teletext mode
Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters.
and press OK to
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FASTEXT mode
In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the
bottom of the screen.
To access more information about one of these subjects, press the
appropriate coloured button.
This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
List mode
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated on the
bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be changed and stored in
the TVs memory.
Watching > Teletext > Viewing Teletext
and
West:
English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish,
etc.
East1:
Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc.
East2:
Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc.
Ireland only
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3D
Note
Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D.
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3D Eyewear - Functions
Power button
Press and hold for approx. 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear on.
(The indicator lamp lights for 2 seconds.)
Press and hold for 3 seconds or more to turn the 3D Eyewear off.
(The indicator lamp lights 3 times.)
Mode change
Press and hold for approx. 1 second to change the mode between
3D and 2D (view a 3D image in 2D).
When power is off, press and hold for approx. 5 seconds to change
to registration mode.
Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Registration
Indicator lamp
Lights or flashes during use to show the status (see below).
Protection film
Peel off the protection film on both side of the lens.
Insulating sheet
When using for the first time, remove the insulating sheet. Pull the
insulating sheet.
Battery cover
To replace the battery
Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery
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Flashes red:
Under registering
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3D Eyewear - Registration
First registration
Perform the first registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time.
1. Turn the TV on.
2. Press Power button for about 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear on.
Registration again
When connection with the registered TV fails, or when using with another TV,
re-register the 3D Eyewear.
1. Turn the TV on.
2. Within 50 cm from the TV, press Power button until lamp lights, then
release it to start registration.
3. After the registration is successfully completed, the 3D Eyewear will
reconnect with TV automatically when the 3D Eyewear is turned on near
the TV in 3D mode.
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If the registration failed, the 3D Eyewear will be turned off. In this case,
turn the TV off and perform from step 1.
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1. Remove the battery cover using pen tip or screwdriver (minus -), etc.
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Viewing 3D
You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes
corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear.
This TV supports Frame Sequential, Side by Side and Top and Bottom 3D
formats.
Frame Sequential is the 3D format that the images for the left and right
eyes are recorded with the high definition quality and alternately played
back.
Connection status and battery status are displayed on the bottom right
of the screen.
Safety precautions will be displayed when you first watch the 3D image.
Select Yes or No to continue to view 3D images.
If you select Yes, this message will be displayed again in the same
condition after Mains Power On / Off switch is next turned on. Select
No if you do not want to display this message again.
Connect the 3D-compatible player via a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
(If you use the non 3D-compatible player, the images will be displayed in
2D mode.)
If the input mode is not switched automatically, select the input mode
connected to the player.
Watching > External equipment > Watching external input
3D-supported broadcast
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2D images converted to 3D
3D Mode Selection
You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D with 3D.
1. Display 3D Mode Selection with 3D.
2. Select the mode with
3D / 2D:
Displays the appropriate image as you desire without selecting 3D format.
This mode may not work properly depending on the source image
format. In this case, select the appropriate 3D format manually.
Original:
Displays the source image as it is.
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2D3D:
Converts 2D images into 3D.
3D Settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Picture > 3D Settings with
3D Detection
(On (Advance) / On / Off)
Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not.
On (Advance):
Detects all the 3D format signals and displays the 3D image
automatically.
On:
Detects the particular 3D format signals (Frame Sequential, etc.) and
displays the 3D image automatically.
3D Signal Message
(On / Off)
Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is
found or not.
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3D Refresh Rate
(Auto / 100Hz / 120Hz)
Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D
Eyewear.
100Hz:
If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 50 Hz.
120Hz:
If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 60 Hz.
2D3D Depth
(Max / Mid / Min)
Selects a level of 3D-image depth for viewing converted 2D images.
3D Adjustment
(On / Off)
Adjustment of the 3D effect (except in 2D3D mode)
Set to On to enable Effect setting.
When adjusting, take into account that the vision of 3D images varies
among different individuals.
Effect:
Adjusts the 3D depth according to the contents or to your preference.
(This setting will not be memorised when changing the input mode or
channel.)
This setting will not be memorised when changing the input mode or
channel.
Edge Smoother
(On / Off)
Set to On if you feel the contoured parts of an image are not smooth enough
(except in 2D3D mode).
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Safety Precautions
Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images.
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Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function
completely.
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The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you
select.
Favourites Edit
(yellow).
2) Press
(green).
4) Press
(green) to store.
2) Press OK to delete.
Press
(red).
or
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Channel List
/
/
(green) to edit.
(blue) to edit.
or
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Auto Setup
Automatically retunes the channels received in the area.
Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are
erased.
If Child Lock PIN number has been set, the PIN number is required.
Functions > Child Lock > PIN number
DVB, Analogue
1. Select Auto Setup with
When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will
be displayed.
Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item
(up and down only)
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or
options have been set with INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button
If you choose to select your preferred region, you could find channels with
a weaker signal appear nearer the top of your channel list. If you have any
image or sound problems, select Best signal quality (All Regions) instead.
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Manual Tuning
Normally use Auto Setup or Update Channel List to retune DVB channels.
If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the
aerial, use this function. (DVB)
DVB (UK)
1. Select Frequency with
2. Press OK to search.
DVB (Ireland)
1. Select a channel with
channel.
for each
2. Press OK to search.
Analogue
Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup.
1. Select the channel position with Numericbuttons.
3. Search with
.
/
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The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in Favourites Edit,
Channel List, Child Lock, etc.
Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly.
Signal Condition
Selects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators.
Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel.
For DVB
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Media Player
Using Media Player
Information
Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB
Flash Memory / network device.
(Example)
Photo mode:
Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed.
Video mode:
Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data
will be played back.
Music mode:
Digital music data will be played back.
During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and
HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. But no video signals are output. To use
HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function and
set to use theatre speakers.
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control
Date shows the date on which the recording was made by the recording
equipment. For a file without a valid record date is shown.
Displaying may take some time when there are many files and folders.
Folder and file names may be different from those on the digital camera or
digital video camera used.
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To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely
remove USB in USB Device Setup.
1) Display the menu with MENU.
2) Select Setup > USB Device Setup with
3) Select the device with
= Note =
Check the terminal type and devices are correct when connecting.
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To play back contents in the network device, ensure the connection and
settings are completed.
Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device
/
/
Photo
Media Player > Photo mode
Video
Media Player > Video mode
Music
Media Player > Music mode
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= Note =
You may also access each mode directly from APPS List.
my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use
Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file.
You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote
control code is 73.
Watching > External equipment > Operating with TVs remote control
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Network device
You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices.
/
/
To register the new network device, set Server Name / Shared Folder.
For details, read the manual of the equipment.
and press OK
= Note =
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Photo mode
Selecting file
Select the file in the thumbnail view with
playback.
: Error display
Thumbnail view
To sort
(green)
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Viewing photo
Playback
To rotate 90
(blue)
To return to thumbnail
BACK/RETURN
Sorting photos
(green).
and press
Folder view:
Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder.
Files which are in the root folder will be collected to the folder
named /.
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(green).
Using Slideshow
Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed.
1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with
/ .
2. Start Slideshow with
To return to thumbnail
BACK/RETURN
You can change the back ground music by setting Back Ground Music
in Slideshow Settings (see below).
Slideshow Settings
Set up the settings for Photo mode.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select Slideshow Settings with OK.
3. Select one of the following items with
Frame
(Off / Multi / Collage / Drift (+ calendar) / Drift / Gallery (+ calendar) / Gallery /
Cinema)
Selects the frame type of the slideshow.
Multi:
9 photos are displayed orderly at once.
Collage:
Each photo is displayed at a random position and random scale.
Drift (+ calendar) / Drift:
Photos are displayed with flow images.
You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of
calendar is changed with
/ .
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You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of
/ .
calendar is changed with
Cinema:
Photos are displayed as old films (sepia tone).
Colour Effect
(Off / Sepia / Gray scale)
Selects the colour effect of photos.
Transition Effect
(Off / Fade / Dissolve / Motion / Random)
Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow.
Fade:
The next photo fades in gradually.
Dissolve:
Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo.
Motion:
Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving
up or moving down.
Random:
The transition effect is selected at random.
Auto Makeup
(On / Off)
Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and
contrast.
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Aspect
(Original / Zoom)
Selects enlarged or normal viewing.
Not valid when Frame is set to Collage, Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when
Transition Effect is set to Motion
Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the
screen (e.g. portrait style picture).
Burst Playback
(On / Off)
Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or
not.
Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition
Effect is set to Motion
Interval
(Long / Normal / Short)
Selects slideshow interval.
Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition
Effect is set to Motion
Repeat
(On / Off)
Slideshow repeat
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User:
Music files in the device registered by yourself will be played back.
To register music
1) Select the music file with
File:
The selected music file will be registered.
Folder:
All the music files in the folder which contains the selected music file
will be registered.
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Video mode
Selecting file
1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with
: Error display
: The file does not support thumbnail view.
The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the
thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set
Video Preview to Off.
Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup
(red).
If you have stopped the last playback halfway, the confirmation screen
is displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time
or from the beginning.
Thumbnail view
To start playback
(red)
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Watching video
(red).
The structure of titles and scenes may vary depending on the digital video
camera used.
To repeat playback
Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup
Playback
To operate playback
: Rewind
: Fast forward
: Stop
OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback
Search rapidly
3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
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To change aspect
1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.
2) Select the mode with
Aspect1:
Displays the content enlarged without distortion.
Aspect2:
Displays the content full-screen.
Original:
Displays the content original size.
You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly
until you reach the desired mode.)
Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
To return to thumbnail
BACK/RETURN
Video Setup
Set up the settings for Video mode.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select Video Setup with OK.
3. Select one of the following items with
Video Preview / Multi Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle / Subtitle Text /
Repeat
4. Set with
Video Preview
(On / Off)
Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view.
Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the
preview Off to solve this.
Subtitle
Display / hide subtitles (if available).
Subtitle Text
Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available).
Repeat
(On / Off)
Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content)
SPDIF Selection
(Auto / PCM)
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO
and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
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Music mode
Selecting file
1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with
2. Start playback with
(red).
Thumbnail view
To start playback
(red)
Playing music
/
/
/
/
/
/
(red).
Playback
To operate playback
: Rewind
: Fast forward
: Stop
OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback
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Search rapidly
3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
To return to thumbnail
BACK/RETURN
Music Setup
Set up the setting for Music mode.
Folder:
Playback repeat within the selected folder
One:
Playback repeat of the selected one file
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Technical information
Device handling caution
Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this
can damage the device or TV.
Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the
device or TV.
USB devices
Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV.
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Photo format
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
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Video format
MKV (.mkv)
Video codec:
H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP
Audio codec:
AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG
Audio, MP3, Vorbis
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FLV (.flv)
Video codec:
H.264 BP/MP/HP
Audio codec:
AAC, MP3
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The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file
names are the same except for the file extensions.
If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they
are displayed in the following order of priority: .srt, .sub, .txt.
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
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Music format
FLAC (.flac)
WMA / WMA Pro (.wma)
LPCM (.wav)
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
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Network
Internet content
Information
You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy
internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from
APPS List.
(Example)
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Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the
data.
(Example)
You may operate the internet contents with the free cursor and Voice
Control function of Touch Pad Controller (supplied).
Functions > Voice Control
You can connect a keyboard for character input in the applications. You
can also use the keyboard for TV operation as well as for APPS List.
Functions > Bluetooth devices
Functions > Keyboard
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Note
If you cannot access the internet contents, check the network connections
and settings.
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
The services through APPS List are operated by their respective service
providers and such service may be discontinued either temporarily or
permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty
for the contents or the continuity of the services.
Some contents may only be available for specific countries and may be
presented in specific languages.
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DLNA
Information
This TV is a DLNA Certified product.
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA
Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home
network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org.
Windows 7 / Windows 8
The setup for homegroup settings of Windows 7 / Windows 8 is required.
For details, refer to the help functions of Windows 7 / Windows 8.
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Twonky
Twonky is the product of PacketVideo Corporation.
To obtain the Installation Guides for installing and setting Twonky, visit
the website of TwonkyMedia.
Additional fees may be charged to obtain server software.
= Note =
For more information about the server software, please consult each
software company.
When server software for the media server is installed on the PC, the data
on the PC may be at risk of being accessed by other people. Please take
care of the settings and connections under the network circumstances in
office, hotel or even at home when not using a router.
Please read the manual of your DIGA Recorder to check if the recorder is
compatible with DLNA.
You can enjoy contents stored in the media server by controlling with the
DMC network equipment (smartphone, PC with Windows 7 / Windows 8
installed, etc.) connected to your home network.
And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your
smartphone. For information of the application:
http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only)
For the operations, refer to the support information of the application.
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You can enjoy the current digital TV programme or the contents of this
TV on the other DLNA Certified VIERA, your smartphone, etc. connected to
your home network. You can also select the channel and watch TV on your
smartphone .
For example, watching the TV programme on your smartphone in the other
room, etc.
: Available contents:
Contents that can be played back in Media Player of this TV and
another piece of network equipment
: To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the
application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For information of
the application:
To use this function with another DLNA Certified VIERA, set Network Link
Settings of this TV.
Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings
Sharing the current programme may not be available when selecting radio
channels, encrypted (copy-protected) programmes or when the broadcast
prohibits the output of video and audio.
= Note =
You may be able to control this TV using your smartphone. For details,
refer to the support information of the application.
This function may not be available in the following conditions of this TV:
3D
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Using DLNA
To use DLNA features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network
connections and network settings are completed.
Network > DLNA > Information
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV
from the displayed media server list.
(Example)
= Note =
You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote
control code is 73.
Watching > External equipment > Operating with TVs remote control
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Network connections
Internet connection
To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment.
If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your
retailer for assistance.
Wireless connection
Wired connection
ETHERNET terminal
LAN cable (Shielded)
Internet environment
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DLNA connection
To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can
operate the features without a broadband network environment.
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ETHERNET terminal
LAN cable (Shielded)
Hub or Router
Internet environment
DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.)
TV
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Note
Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You
cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment.
If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant
ports, use a hub.
Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with
10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.
Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet
Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company. Depending on the
contracts, additional fees may be charged or multiple connections to the
internet may be impossible.
Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, and then on again when
changing or making the network connection again.
Depending on the network condition, the content may not be played back
properly.
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Network settings
Network Connection
Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup.
Network > Network connections
and press OK to
Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point
before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
and press OK to
2) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes.
3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup
If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of your
access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions.
and press
To set manually
Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless
and press OK to
To set manually
Network > Network settings > Custom - Wired
= Note =
Custom - Wireless
Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup.
Network > Network connections
Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point
before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
(red).
2) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes.
3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup
If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of your
access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions.
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For WPS(PIN)
1) Press
(green).
For Manual
1) Press
(yellow).
2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption
key manually.
3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually.
When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the
built-in wireless LAN and access point, select AES for the encryption
type.
and press
Auto is recommended.
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Proxy Settings
or Numericbuttons, and
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Custom - Wired
Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup.
Network > Network connections
Auto is recommended.
Proxy Settings
or Numericbuttons, and
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= Note =
Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting
setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment.
and press OK to
WPS(Push button):
Set up the equipment for WPS(Push button). For details, read the
manual of the equipment.
WPS(PIN):
Enter the PIN code of the equipment.
If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of the
equipment. And then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Change settings
You can set up Network name(SSID), Encryption key, Wireless type and
Channel setting method manually.
Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually.
= Note =
You cannot connect the internet service while the TV is set to Wireless
Access Point.
You can connect up to 7 devices. But the transfer rate will vary according
to communication environment or the numbers of connected equipment.
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Network Status
Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network
settings, etc.).
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Network > Network Status with
and
VIERA Name
Sets your favourite name for this TV.
This name will be used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other
network equipment.
When you use two or more TVs in your network environment, set the
names of the TVs for each.
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and press OK to
TV Remote
(On / Off)
Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Networked Standby
(On / Off)
Enables to turn the TV on via the LAN cable or wireless LAN using a wake-up
message sent from the network equipment in the home network.
Powered On by Apps
(On / Off)
Enables to turn the TV on from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Depending on the network condition, you may have to turn the TV on with
Standby On / Off switch of the TVs remote control.
Home Streaming
(Always / Only when powered on)
Enables to share the TV programme and contents of this TV with the network
equipment (smartphone, etc.) in the home network.
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= Note =
This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power
On / Off switch.
Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details,
consult your local Panasonic dealer.
and press OK to
DLNA Server
(On / Off)
Enables to share the TV programme and contents of this TV with the network
equipment (DLNA Certified VIERA, etc.).
To use this function with another VIERA, select the name of this TV from
the DLNA server list of another VIERA, and then select the content to
share. Also read the manual of another VIERA.
To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the
application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of
the application:
http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only)
For the operations, refer to the support information of the application.
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Registration Type
(Auto / Manual)
Selects the type to restrict the access to this TV for each piece of equipment
on the home network.
Auto:
All available equipment on the home network is accessible (maximum
16 pieces of equipment).
Manual:
Sets the restrictions for each piece of equipment in Remote Device List.
Remote Device List
Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network.
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Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details,
consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Software Update
Accesses the specific website to update the TVs software if any updates are
available.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Network > Software Update with
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and press OK to
Photos
Selecting file
Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and
network settings are completed.
Network > DLNA > Information
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV
from the displayed media server list.
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Viewing photo
Playback
To rotate 90
(blue)
To return to list
BACK/RETURN
Using Slideshow
Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed.
1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with
2. Start Slideshow with
To return to list
BACK/RETURN
Slideshow Settings
Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select Slideshow Settings with
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Transition Effect
(Off / Fade / Dissolve / Motion / Random)
Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow.
Fade:
The next photo fades in gradually.
Dissolve:
Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo.
Motion:
Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving
up or moving down.
Random:
The transition effect is selected at random.
Auto Makeup
(On / Off)
Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and
contrast.
Interval
(Long / Normal / Short)
Selects slideshow interval.
Repeat
(On / Off)
Slideshow repeat
Back Ground Music
(Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5)
Selects the background music during Photo mode.
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Videos
Selecting file
Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and
network settings are completed.
Network > DLNA > Information
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV
from the displayed media server list.
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Watching video
Playback
If you have stopped the last playback halfway, the confirmation screen is
displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from
the beginning.
To operate playback
: Manual skip (if available)
Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds.
: Rewind
: Fast forward
: Stop
OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar / slow playback) / Playback
Search rapidly
3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
Search slowly
2) Return to the normal playback with OK.
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To change aspect
1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.
2) Select the mode with
Aspect1:
Displays the content enlarged without distortion.
Aspect2:
Displays the content full-screen.
Original:
Displays the content original size.
You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly
until you reach the desired mode.)
Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
To return to list
BACK/RETURN
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Video Setup
Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select Video Setup with
Video Preview / Monaural Audio / Dual Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle /
Subtitle Text / Subtitle Language / Repeat
4. Set with
Video Preview
(On / Off)
Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view.
Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the
preview Off to solve this.
Subtitle
Display / hide subtitles (if available).
Subtitle Text
Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available).
Subtitle Language
Selects the language for subtitles (if available).
Repeat
(On / Off)
Playback repeat within the selected file
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SPDIF Selection
(Auto / PCM)
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO
and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
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During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and
HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. But no video signals are output. To use
HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function and
set to use theatre speakers.
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control
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Music
Selecting file
Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and
network settings are completed.
Network > DLNA > Information
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV
from the displayed media server list.
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Playing music
Playback
To operate playback
: Rewind
: Fast forward
: Stop
OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback
Search rapidly
3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
To return to list
BACK/RETURN
Music Setup
Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV.
1. Display the option menu with OPTION.
2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK.
3. Select Off / Folder / One with
Folder:
Playback repeat within the selected folder
One:
Playback repeat of the selected one file
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DIGA Recorder
Controlling DIGA Recorder
Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and
network settings are completed.
Network > DLNA > Information
Network > Network connections
Network > Network settings
4. The screen of the DIGA Recorder will be displayed. You can control the
functions of the DIGA Recorder with this TVs remote control according to
the operation guide.
(Example)
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Technical information
Photo format
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
Video format
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MKV (.mkv)
Video codec:
H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP
Audio codec:
AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG
Audio, MP3, Vorbis
FLV (.flv)
Video codec:
H.264 BP/MP/HP
Audio codec:
AAC, MP3
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The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file
names are the same except for the file extensions.
If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they
are displayed in the following order of priority: .srt, .sub, .txt.
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
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Music format
FLAC (.flac)
WMA / WMA Pro (.wma)
LPCM (.wav)
= Note =
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder
names are changed.
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Functions
User profile
Information
Setting user profile allows you to enjoy the recommended contents, your
favourite Home Screen, my Stream, cloud services, etc.
To use my Stream
Functions > User profile > my Stream
= Note =
Settings
You can create and edit a user profile.
(Your icon / Your name / Your voice / Your face / Main Home Screen / my
Home Cloud account)
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Your icon
Sets your favourite user icon.
Your name
Sets the name of the user.
Your voice
Registers the voice data of the user for Voice Print Recognition.
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Your face
Registers the face data of the user for Face Recognition.
Main Home Screen
Selects Home Screen to be displayed when using Voice Control function. To
use this function, you need to register your voice data or face data.
my Home Cloud account
Sets up an account for the cloud services.
and
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my Stream
Automatically provides the recommended contents (TV programmes, internet
content, etc.).
1. Display APPS List with APPS.
2. Select my Stream with
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Say my Stream into the microphone of the Touch Pad Controller to use
this function.
To use this function, you need to set up a user profile and register face /
voice data, etc.
Functions > User profile > Settings
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Voice Control
Preparations
Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel),
search the content from various features, etc. with your speech.
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How to use
1. Press
= Note =
When you start Voice Control function, sound level of the TV becomes low.
Voice Control function may not work properly in the following conditions.
Not pronounce clearly and correctly
Volume level of your voice is too loud or too low.
Surrounded by the noise
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After registering, you can operate the TV without pointing this controller at
the TV (except Standby On / Off switch).
To use Standby On / Off switch, point the controller directly at the TVs
remote control signal receiver because it works with the infrared. (You can
operate the switch without registration.)
My button
Press
(my button) of Touch Pad Controller while watching media content in
my Stream and you can register the content as your favourite.
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Settings
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > VIERA Touch Pad Controller with
access.
3. Select one of the following items with
Cursor Settings
Sets for the cursor of Touch Pad Controller.
Operation Guide
Displays the operation guide of Touch Pad Controller.
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and press OK to
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Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TVs HDMI terminal
via an HDMI cable.
About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX
Camera, read the manual of the equipment.
HDMI terminal
HDMI cable
Equipment with VIERA Link function (DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Bluray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera)
Easy playback
Power on Link
Easy playback
Power on Link
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Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TVs HDMI terminal
via an HDMI cable.
Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from
the TV.
Easy playback
Power on Link
Speaker Selection
Easy playback
Power on Link
Speaker Selection
Amplifier
Speaker Selection
: For equipment which has HDAVI Control 2 or later function.
: For equipment which has HDAVI Control 4 or later function.
: While playing a disc
: Except for watching a disc
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Recorder:
Maximum 3 (DIGA Recorder, etc.)
Player:
Maximum 3 (DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, HD Video Camera,
LUMIX Camera, Digital Camera, Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre,
etc.)
Audio system:
Maximum 1 (Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, Amplifier, etc.)
Tuner:
Maximum 4 (Set top box, etc.)
Preparations
Set up the TV. After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the
TV on. Select the HDMI input from Input Selection with AV and make sure
that an image is displayed correctly. (This setup should be done each time
the following conditions occur.)
First time operation
Adding or reconnecting equipment
Changing setup
Easy playback
Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operating, the
input mode is switched automatically.
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Power on Link
Set Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function.
When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function
menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only
when the TV is in Standby mode.)
This function will work even if the TV enters Standby mode automatically
by auto power standby function.
This function is effective if the connected equipment can change the power
consumption in Standby mode and is set to higher consumption.
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= Note =
If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the
equipment.
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control > Summary of VIERA Link
For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the
manual of the equipment.
Speaker Selection
You can control the theatre speaker with this TVs remote control by pointing
at the TVs signal receiver.
1. Display APPS List with APPS.
2. Select VIERA Link with
/
/
Home Cinema:
The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Bluray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in
Standby mode.
TV:
TV speakers are active.
Multi-channel sound
If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via
an Amplifier, connect it with an HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable,
and then select Home Cinema. If your Amplifier has the HDAVI Control 5
function, you only need to connect it with an HDMI cable to the TVs HDMI2
terminal.
To enjoy multi-channel sound from DIGA Recorder, connect an HDMI cable
from the DIGA Recorder to the Amplifier.
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= Note =
If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the
equipment.
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control > Summary of VIERA Link
Note
Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the
input mode is switched.
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Child Lock
Using Child Lock
You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them.
When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the
PIN number to watch.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > Child Lock with
To cancel
1) Select the locked channel / input with
2) Press OK.
To lock all
(green)
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PIN number
You can change the PIN number.
1. Select Change PIN with
= Note =
Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings.
Parental Rating
To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age,
enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster).
1. Select Parental Rating with
and press OK
= Note =
Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings.
Ireland only
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Common Interface
Caution
If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common
Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not
inserted.
Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or
removing the CI module.
If a smart card and a CI module come as a set, first insert the CI module,
then insert the smart card into the CI module.
Remove the CI module from the TV when placing the TV facing upward.
This may cause damages to the CI module and CI slot.
= Note =
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Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the
encrypted channels. If encrypted channels do not appear, perform the
below to verify the card is recognised by the TV.
For more details, read the manual of the CI module, or check with the
content provider.
and press
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Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition
Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in).
All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.).
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition with
OK to access.
3. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes with
press OK to set.
and press
/
and
= Note =
To retune TV channels only (e.g. after moving house), set Auto Setup.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup
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and press OK to
Standby:
Installs new software in standby condition.
Now:
Installs new software now.
Auto update
You can update new software automatically.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Update Search in
Standby with
/
and press OK to access.
3. Select On with
If any software updates are available, the notification message will appear.
/
and press OK to
To install new software, select Standby / Now with
set.
Standby:
Installs new software in standby condition.
Now:
Installs new software now.
= Note =
Manual update
You can update new software manually.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search
Now with
/
and press OK to access.
3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding
message if any.
4. Download with OK.
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Setting characters
Using Numeric buttons
You can enter characters for free input items using Numericbuttons.
Press Numericbuttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character.
:.@/1!:#+-*_()%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\
:abc2ABC
:def3DEF
:ghi4GHI
:jkl5JKL
:mno6MNO
:pqrs7PQRS
:tuv8TUV
:wxyz9WXYZ
: Space 0
You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numericbuttons less
than 1 second.
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Bluetooth devices
Bluetooth Setup
You can use Bluetooth keyboards / mouse / Bluetooth audio devices
(headphones, etc.) with this TV by setting Bluetooth Setup in the Setup Menu.
: HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards / mouse can
be used.
: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices can
be used.
and press OK to
Devices
Searches the available device and displays the status.
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Settings in the Sound Menu may not be effective for the Bluetooth audio
devices.
This setup has not been designed for the 3D Eyewear and Touch Pad
Controller supporting Bluetooth wireless technology.
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Keyboard
Keyboard
and press
Remote Control
///
Enter
OK
Backspace
BACK/RETURN
Esc
EXIT
0 - 9 / Character
Numericbuttons
F1
HOME
F2
APPS
F3
MENU
F4
AV
F5 / F6
Channel Down / Up
F7 / F8
Volume Down / Up
Coloured buttons
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Settings
Setting menu
How to use
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other
functions.
1. Display the menu with MENU.
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= Note =
Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV
mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.).
Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item
(up and down only) / adjust levels (left and right only)
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or
options have been set with INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button
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Picture
Viewing Mode
Selects your favourite picture mode for each input.
(Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom)
Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode
Basic settings
Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness
Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference.
Watching > For best picture > Basic settings
Colour Temperature
Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder).
Watching > For best picture > Basic settings
Vivid Colour
(On / Off)
Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones.
Watching > For best picture > Basic settings
Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when
Game Mode is set to On
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This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of
Intelligent Frame Creation.
Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when
Game Mode is set to On
Ambient Sensor
Automatic Brightness Control function
Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting
conditions.
(On / Off)
Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor
MPEG Remaster
(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)
Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings
Advanced Settings
You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings.
Watching > For best picture > Advanced Settings
This function is available when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema
or Custom.
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Option Settings
Game Mode
(On / Off)
Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games.
Watching > For best picture > Option Settings
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3D-COMB
(On / Off)
Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid.
Watching > For best picture > Option Settings
Screen Settings
16:9 Overscan
(On / Off)
Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect.
Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings
H-Size
(H-Size1 / H-Size2)
Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the
image.
Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings
Zoom Adjustments
Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just,
Zoom or Sidecut Zoom.
Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings
Screen Display
(On / Off)
Turns the screen off when you select Off.
Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings
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3D Settings
3D Detection
(On (Advance) / On / Off)
Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not.
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
3D Signal Message
(On / Off)
Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is
found or not.
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
3D Refresh Rate
(Auto / 100Hz / 120Hz)
Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D
Eyewear.
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
2D3D Depth
(Max / Mid / Min)
Selects a level of 3D-image depth for viewing converted 2D images.
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
3D Adjustment
(On / Off)
Adjustment of the 3D effect (except in 2D3D mode)
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
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Edge Smoother
(On / Off)
Set to On if you feel the contoured parts of an image are not smooth enough
(except in 2D3D mode).
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
Safety Precautions
Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images.
Watching > 3D > 3D Settings
Copy Adjustment
Copies the selected True Cinema or Custom settings to those of the other
input.
Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment
Reset to Defaults
Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.
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Sound
Mode
Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
(Standard / Music / Ambience / User)
Watching > For best audio > Sound mode
Basic settings
Bass
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
Treble
Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
Equaliser
Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
Balance
Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
Surround
(Virtual Surround / Off)
Selects surround sound settings.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
Bass Boost
(On / Off)
Enhances the effect of bass sounds.
Watching > For best audio > Basic settings
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Volume settings
Speaker Setting
(TV Speaker / Headphones / Off)
Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to Off when using the external
speakers.
Watching > For best audio > Volume settings
Headphone Volume
Adjusts the volume of headphones.
Watching > For best audio > Volume settings
Volume Correction
Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
Watching > For best audio > Volume settings
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Speed
(Fast / Normal / Slow)
Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance.
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
Volume
(Max / Mid / Min)
Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
User Level
(Beginner / Expert)
Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance.
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
Web Browser
(On / Off)
Set to On to enable voice guidance of the network contents in web browser
function.
Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings
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Audio Description
Preferred Audio Type
(Standard / Audio Description)
Narration settings for visually impaired users
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
For DVB
Volume
Adjusts the volume for Audio Description.
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
For DVB
Speakers
(Mix / Standard)
Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers.
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
For DVB
Headphones
(Mix / Standard)
Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from headphones.
Watching > For best audio > Audio Description
For DVB
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Advanced settings
NICAM
(On / Off)
Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex
Reproduces NICAM stereo sound.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
For Analogue
Audio Preference
(Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG)
Selects the initial setting for audio tracks.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
For digital
Ireland only
SPDIF Selection
(Auto / PCM)
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO
and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
SPDIF Delay
Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2
(ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
For digital
Ireland only
HDMI Input
(Digital / Analogue)
Selects to fit the input signal.
Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings
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Reset to Defaults
Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings.
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Network
Network Connection
Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment.
Network > Network settings > Network Connection
Network Status
Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network
settings, etc.).
Network > Network settings > Network Status
VIERA Name
Sets your favourite name for this TV.
Network > Network settings > VIERA Name
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Other settings
Software Update
Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website.
Network > Network settings > Software Update
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Timer
Off Timer
Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode.
(90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes))
Watching > Basic > Off Timer
Time Zone
Adjusts the time data.
Watching > Basic > Adjusting time
Ireland only
Auto Standby
Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no
operation is performed for 4 hours.
(On / Off)
Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions
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Setup
Eco Navigation
Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions
User Settings
Settings for user profile.
Functions > User profile > Settings
TV Guide Settings
TV Guide View
(Normal / Full / Info)
Changes the layout of TV Guide.
Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide
Cursor Settings
Sets for the cursor of Touch Pad Controller.
Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings
Operation Guide
Displays the operation guide of Touch Pad Controller.
Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings
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Bluetooth Setup
Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology
Functions > Bluetooth devices > Bluetooth Setup
Child Lock
Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access.
Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Favourites Edit
Creates a list of favourite channels.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit
Channel List
Skips unwanted channels or edits channels.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List
Auto Setup
Automatically searches for receivable channels.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup
For DVB
UK only
Manual Tuning
Searches for channels manually.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning
For DVB
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For DVB
Signal Condition
Checks the signal condition.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition
= Note =
The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode.
The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. (DVB Tuning Menu /
Analogue Tuning Menu)
Language
Preferred Multi Audio
(English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish)
Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on
the broadcaster).
Watching > Basic > Language
UK only
Preferred Audio 1 / 2
Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio
(depending on the broadcaster).
Watching > Basic > Language
Ireland only
Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2
Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles
(depending on the broadcaster).
Watching > Basic > Language
Ireland only
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Preferred Subtitles
(English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish)
Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the
broadcaster).
Watching > Basic > Language
UK only
Preferred Teletext
Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending
on the broadcaster).
Watching > Basic > Language
Ireland only
Display Settings
OSD Colour
(Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige)
Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays.
my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour
Ireland only
Teletext
(FASTEXT / List)
Selects analogue teletext display mode.
Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode
Ireland only
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Input Labels
Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to
skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection
or banner.
Watching > External equipment > Watching external input
Smart Banner
(On / Off)
Displays the introduction banner for the internet service.
Watching > Basic > Information banner
Radio Mode
(20 / 15 / 10 / 5 / Off (seconds))
Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is
selected.
Watching > External equipment > Energy saving functions
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Power on Link
(On / Off)
Sets to use Power on Link functions.
Functions > VIERA Link HDAVI Control > Power on Link
This function is available when VIERA Link is set to On and Power off Link
is set to On.
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System Menu
Keyboard Layout
Selects the language that your USB or Bluetooth Keyboard supports.
Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard
Shipping Condition
Resets all settings to the original condition.
Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition
Common Interface
Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc.
Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface
System Update
Downloads new software to this TV.
Functions > Updating the TV Software > Auto update
Licence Menu
Displays the software licence information.
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Other Settings
Power on Channel List
(All Channel List / Last)
Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner
when the TV is turned on.
Watching > Basic > Selecting channel
Power Save
(On / Off)
Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.
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Support
FAQs
Picture
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
Auto aspect
Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal
Check that the output of the external equipment matches the input of
the TV. When connecting with SCART, ensure the output setting of the
external equipment is not S-Video.
Set Noise Reduction and MPEG Remaster in the Picture Menu to remove
noise.
Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings
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Reset channels.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup
There may be red, blue, green and black spots on the screen
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Digital TV
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be
tuned
Check Signal Condition. If the level of Signal Quality is low, the DVB
signal is weak. Connecting the aerial to the TV directly may improve signal
quality than connecting the aerial through the equipment (Set top box,
DVD, etc.).
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition
Watching > Basic > Basic connection
Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.),
in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high
pressure can cause poor reception of some channels.
Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
Reset channels.
Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup
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Analogue TV
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be
tuned
Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.),
in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high
pressure can cause poor reception of some channels.
Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, and then on again.
If the problem persists, consult your local dealer or service provider for the
availability of services.
Check the analogue broadcast. If the image quality is poor, check the
aerial and consult your local dealer.
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Sound
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
No sound is produced
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3D
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
Cannot view 3D images
Cannot register a 3D Eyewear to the TV
Use the 3D Eyewear within approx. 3.2 m from the TV. (The range may be
shortened depending on the obstacles between the TV and the eyewear,
or the surrounding environment.)
Register again.
Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Registration
Check that there are no obstacles between the TV and the 3D Eyewear.
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The indicator lamp does not light up when pressing Power button on the 3D
Eyewear
The battery may be running low or flat. Replace it with a new one.
Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery
HDMI
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
Sound is unusual
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Network
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
Cannot connect to the network
The router may be using MAC address filtering (security setting). Confirm
the MAC Address of this TV and set the router to use it.
Network > Network settings > Network Status
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Other
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to
solve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for
assistance.
VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears
Even if the temperature of parts of the front, top and rear panels has
risen, these temperature rises do not cause any problems in terms of
performance or quality.
The connected USB device may cause this error. Remove the device and
turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
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The batteries may be running low. Replace them with new ones.
Register again.
Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings
Use Touch Pad Controller within approx. 3.2 m from the TV. (The range
may be shortened depending on the obstacles between the TV and the
controller, or the surrounding environment.)
For details
Functions > Voice Control
The display panel moves slightly and clattered sound is heard when it is
pushed with a finger
There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel. This
is not a malfunction.
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Maintenance
Care and Cleaning
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard, otherwise this may
cause scratches on the surface.
Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner
or other volatile substances. This may degrade surface quality or cause
peeling of the paint.
The surface of the display panel is specially treated and may be easily
damaged. Take care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail
or other hard objects.
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or
PVC substance for a long time. This may degrade surface quality.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust
may lead to fire or electrical shock.
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Information
Using Help menu
1. Display the menu with MENU.
2. Select Help with
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Optional accessories
3D Eyewear
3D Eyewear
Communication Camera
Communication Camera
TY-CC20W
This camera can be used for video communication and face
recognition.
Network > Internet content > Selecting internet content
my Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings
Wall-hanging bracket
Wall-hanging bracket
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= Warning =
Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there
are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket.
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall position when it
is no longer in use.
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Licence
Licence
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product
trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.
DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
RealD 3D is a trademark of RealD.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation
is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Skype is a trade mark of Skype Limited.
DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service
marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and other countries.
Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from
DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together
are registered trademarks, and DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS,
Inc. DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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